New Student Orientation
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CONTACT DETAILS
Advising & Success
AdvisingCenter@Âé¶čAVCC.edu
774.357.2777
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New Bedford
NewBedford@Âé¶čAVCC.edu
774.357.4000
Attleboro Campus
Attleboro@Âé¶čAVCC.edu
774.357.3527
Taunton Center
Taunton@Âé¶čAVCC.edu
774.357.3767
UPCOMING EVENTS
Congratulations and Welcome to Âé¶čAV!
Our New Student Orientation is your gateway to a successful academic journey with us. In fact, Orientation isn't just another box to check off your to-do list â it's an important step in setting you up for success. Research has shown that students who participate in orientation programs are more successful in completing their degrees and earn higher grades.
Attendance at orientation is mandatory for all newly admitted students (including students who have attended Âé¶čAV previously). After completing the New Student Orientation, youâll receive an assigned academic advisor and details on how to book your first appointment. New students must wait until meeting with their assigned advisor to register for their first semester classes.
*This does not apply if you are a guest student. Learn more about attending Âé¶čAV as a guest student.
The following steps will need to be taken after application to complete your onboarding process:
- Submit proof of high school completion (or equivalent).
- Contact your high school or state-approved high school equivalency testing center and request that an official copy of your transcript be sent to: Admissions Office, Âé¶čAV | 777 Elsbree Street | Fall River, MA 02720. Transcripts may also be faxed to the Admissions Office 508.730.3265. Please note that transcripts are only considered official if faxed directly from the school/testing center.
- Setup your myÂé¶čAV Account (emailed to you after you were admitted). Have questions or need help with setup?
- Satisfy placement requirements. Click here to learn more about placement tests, see your testing options, and possible exemptions.
- Complete New Student Orientation.
- Receive assigned advisor and make an appointment.
- Meet with your assigned advisor and register for first semester classes.
Orientation Information
Self-Paced Online Orientation
You can complete New Student Orientation online at your convenience! It's available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Follow the instructions below to begin.
STEP 1: and following the prompts.
- You will need your student ID number, which begins with 900 (tip: you can find it on your Admissions application portal! Itâs also in an email titled New Âé¶čAVCC account ready to be set up).
- For more help, you can
STEP 2: Once you have set up your myÂé¶čAV portal account, navigate to or click the âComplete the self-paced online orientationâ button above to access the Online Orientation. If you are asked for a username and password, enter the username and password you just created for the myÂé¶čAV portal.
Note: You must have access to your myÂé¶čAV account to access the orientation. Students will receive their Advisor Assignment by email within 72 hours of completing the online orientation.
Get Started: Learn about myÂé¶čAV, understand important deadlines, learn how to submit immunization records and transcripts, and the benefits of placement testing.
Explore Academics: Understand your program requirements, learn about different course modalities and parts of term, and get familiar with Canvas, our learning management system.
Plan Your Academic Journey: Learn how to create your schedule, explore course options, and meet your academic advisor.
Understand Financials: Get guidance on completing the FAFSA, understanding your financial aid package, and managing tuition and fees.
Prepare for Classes: Explore how to sign up for emergency alerts, review your schedule and syllabi, get textbooks, and familiarize yourself with campus resources and support services.
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PLEASE NOTE: New Student Orientation is designed for those admitted into Âé¶čAV. For those who have yet to apply, !
